How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?
Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us!
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RX
Salary: up to GBP38,000 per annum dependant on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
This role does not offer sponsorship.
All applications must be completed IN FULL.
As part of our continued growth, Belmont Secondary School, located in Rawtenstall and part of the Acorn Education family, is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and committed English Teacher to join our close-knit team.
About the role
This is your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people who need it most. At Belmont Secondary School, you'll teach in a nurturing, inclusive setting where your subject knowledge and creativity will inspire pupils to succeed—academically and personally.
Working under the guidance of the Senior Leadership Team and in line with school policies, you'll deliver high-quality English teaching tailored to the needs of individual learners or small groups.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality English lessons aligned with the school's curriculum
* Teach individual students or small groups in a supportive learning environment
* Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress and adapt strategies to ensure success
* Develop and implement individual education and behaviour plans in collaboration with colleagues
* Contribute to school-wide initiatives aligned with the School Development Plan
* Ensure classroom organisation and resources promote effective and stimulating learning
* Take responsibility for English subject development across relevant key stages
* Maintain a safe learning environment, adhering to risk assessments on and off site
* Promote the educational, social, and moral development of students in line with the school's ethos
Qualifications & Requirements
* A degree in English
* QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or PGCE
* Strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire students of all abilities
* Experience of planning and delivering lessons that meet diverse learning needs
* A commitment to upholding the Teachers' Standards and contributing to whole-school development
About the School
Belmont Secondary is an independent, specialist day school for boys aged 11 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs. Our dedicated team works together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.
We pride ourselves on steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially, encouraging them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, helping them develop a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.
This opportunity is within commuting distance of Rawtenstall, Bury, Burnley, and surrounding areas.
We are part of Acorn Education and offer numerous opportunities for career development and professional growth.
Why join Acorn Education?
We place the outcomes of pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day knowing your role has a positive impact on others' lives.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll receive an exceptional reward package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* Access to mental health support services and health checks via "Your Wellbeing Matters"
Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, offers options such as:
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support
Note: You will work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, subject to successful probation. 4DWW is not a contractual benefit.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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